Multiple choice general knowledge

The toothbrush was invented in 1498.

  1. True

  2. False

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The first modern toothbrush with hog bristles was indeed invented in China in 1498 during the Ming Dynasty. While ancient civilizations used chewing sticks and other cleaning methods, the bristled toothbrush design emerged in 1498. The first mass-produced toothbrush appeared in England in 1780.